Thankful

As I lay curled up on my couch this morning shivering because of our ridiculously cold weather I decided to turn on the weather channel to get an exact reading on how brutally cold it was...43 degrees. For Florida that is an awful number to see however just about the time when I was going to let out an explicative about the temperature the news anchor spoke of the even colder numbers up North. The city of Boston is expected to be blanketed by nightfall and my mom told me that it's 17 degrees in Philadelphia and that's the high! So in essence I have alot to be grateful for.This picture represents what I see when I look down at the ground. No snow, no ice or slush, just sand and seashells. Whether 43 or 83 degrees I am so thankful to live in Florida. And for all those who live up North....God Bless You and Stay Warm!

Almost Forgot!!!

How cool is this pic? Well okay, artistically its nothing to talk about however it is Susie and Ricks wedding cake. A Rubic's cube! Susie surprised Rick with the cake because she knows how much he loves them. Apparently he is so good at it, it only takes minutes to complete as opposed to the grueling hours it takes normal humans (myself included). The top layer is the only part that is real cake, the other layers are Styrofoam and fondue. Now this is what call thinking outside the box!

Susie and Rick 12.27.08

Good times were had by all on Saturday, December 27th, 2008. It's funny because I thought that I knew exactly what I was walking into that afternoon  but I had no idea. Only corresponding with the bride to be, Susie, via email I thought I had an idea of what she was going to look like and the type of person she was. The old saying goes, you can't judge a book by its cover well I shouldn't judge a bride by her email address. When I see numbers in an email address I assume its the persons age so I thought it only correct that I was going to shoot a 54 year old woman's wedding. Not that there is anything wrong with that however with this situation I was way off ! I had a young school teacher who mimicked alot of her wedding decor and attire with a J.Crew style flair. How classy and modern can you get!! We had a blast and it was a gorgeous sunset that evening at the Tradewinds Island Resort in St. Pete Beach. Rick and Susie thanks so much for letting me be a part of your day. 

My Holiday Rhyme

I can't believe its been a month since I last blogged. The Christmas Holiday was super busy not only with shoots but also with shopping and cooking and family. This post is a toast to Donna and Bill. They flew from Chicago on Christmas day to get married at the Don CeSar, in the penthouse. It was a beautiful night so without further a due here, my Holiday Rhyme.

Twas the night of Christmas

and all through the Don

The Family Was Stirring

As if Preparing for Prom

The stockings were hung by the window with care

In hopes that St. Nick would soon be there

The guests were nestled all snuggled in their seats

While awaiting Donna and Bill, the couple that's really neat

Quinn in her officiary

and I with my gear

were prepared for what was drawing near

When out of the door there arose such a sight

All held their breath and with tears of joy the groom held his might

For today was the day Donna and Bill became one

Who knew that a Holiday could be so much fun?

As the evening wore on and I said my goodnight

I wished the newlyweds and family

"Happy Christmas to all, and to all good night"